Protesters holding signs expressing outrage over everything from the economy to the war in Iraq took to the streets Friday to show their frustration as part of the Occupy Boulder movement.

The Occupy Boulder rally, which was organized by the recently formed Boulder chapter of the progressive group MoveOn.org, is one of at least three rallies planned in the city as part of the Occupy Wall Street movement that has spread across the nation.

"We've been watching what is happening in New York City and we wanted to support them, since we agree with all of their principles," said Ann Clark of MoveOn.org.

The Boulder protest drew about 100 protesters by 4:30 p.m., with sign wavers lining both sides of Canyon Boulevard as some cars passing by honked to show their support. Event organizers had sign materials for passers-by who wanted to join in.

Richard DiIlio and Linda Peterson, of Boulder, showed up in red, white and blue costumes to support the rally. DiIlio said the Occupy movements have shown that people are truly concerned about where the country is headed.

"There is no sign anyone is listening, so it's got to start somewhere," he said. "We can't keep saying next week or next year."

Peterson added, "It shows people are interested in issues, and it shows it's not just the conservatives who are interested in the issues."

Joel Koenig, of Boulder, held up a sign saying "Our Voices Are Not Being Heard," and said the protest was a way to get that voice back.

"I'm part of the 99 percent that are frustrated with where our country is headed," he said. "These movements are coalescing into something real. It will grow, and a lot of people will start to recognize this is a reality."

Terry Frazier, of Broomfield, yells while protesting in front of Bank of America near Canyon Boulevard and 26th Street in Boulder on Friday. (Jeremy Papasso / Camera)

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